Senior Internal Auditor

Step Into a Leadership Track

Pugh Executive Search is proud to partner with a global manufacturing leader to identify a high-performing Senior Internal Auditor for its corporate headquarters in the Detroit area. This is a strategic opportunity for experienced Senior External Auditors — especially those from national or Big 4 firms — to transition into a leadership-driven internal audit role with enterprise-wide visibility and impact.

In this role, you'll join a high-caliber internal audit team recognized for its influence across finance, operations, and compliance. This group is a trusted advisor to senior leadership and a proven pipeline for future finance and operational executives.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Visibility
  : Direct access to executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders
• Influence
  : Your insights will shape internal controls, compliance strategy, and operational improvements
• Growth
  : This team is a recognized talent pipeline for broader finance and operational leadership roles
• Challenge
  : Complex audits across manufacturing, finance, and regulatory domains — not just SOX

What You'll Do

• Lead audits across financial, operational, and compliance areas, including SOX and plant-level reviews
• Evaluate internal controls and risk exposure across divisions and processes
• Present findings and strategic recommendations to senior leadership
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to strengthen internal control frameworks
• Support external audit requirements through controls testing and documentation
• Conduct special audit projects across U.S. and Canadian facilities (with the option of assisting on some Intercontinental audits

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in auditing with some exposure to the manufacturing or industrial clients (required)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• High ethical standards and attention to detail
• Willingness to travel up to 30% across North America

Bonus Points

• Big 4 or national firm audit experience
• CPA, CISA, or CIA certification
• Advanced degree (MBA, MS in Accounting, etc.)
• Proficiency in SAP, Hyperion, and data analytics tools
• Prior SOX compliance experience